**Rippled cover: All copies have a ripple on the cover of the slipcase that happened during production. InStockTrades will not be accepting damage claims about this issue. ** (W) Various (A) Various The Riddler. Two-Face. The Penguin. Mr. Freeze. Catwoman. Bane. Clayface. Ra's al Ghul. Each villain has their reasons for opposing the Caped Crusader. But were they victims of circumstance who were pushed over the edge, or were they always drawn to darkness? This complete box set contains all eight Batman - One Bad Day hardcovers plus a special edition of Batman: The Killing Joke by Alan Moore and Brian Bolland featuring the original colors by John Higgins.

(W) Jody Houser, Matthew Dow Smith (A/CA) Corin Howell, Chris Fenoglio Before the FBI, before the X-Files, they were just teenagers searching for the truth. Follow the continuing adventures of young Fox Mulder and Dana Scully. On Martha's Vineyard, a strange encounter with a deaf girl sends 13-year-old Fox on the hunt for a mysterious signal. Meanwhile, in San Diego, young Dana looks into a plane crash somehow tied to the man she helped put in jail. Two kids, two mysteries, one conspiracy that threatens the future of humanity.

(W) Tom Peyer (A) Jamal Igle, Juan Castro (CA) Jamal Igle The vengeance-dealing Dragonfly sticks it to the man! The acrobatic sleuth Dragonflyman works with the police! These two alternate versions of the same masked crimefighter meet face-to-face for the first time in second volume of the smash hit The Wrong Earth! Will their impossible encounter result in a team-up... or an all-out war?

Hath the world known anyone so noble as Hogun? So dashing as Fandral? So?er?great as the mighty Volstagg? Hath the world ever known anything like the Warriors Three? The answer is 'no,' and that's probably a good thing - for the tectonic plates of Midgard most likely could not withstand such?ah?might. But lo, an evil is brewing down in the depths of Hel that neither man nor God is prepared for. When an ancient monster is let loose on the world, only the Warriors Three are able to rise to the challenge! From the bestselling comics writer Bill Willingham (Fables) and breakout artist Neil Edwards (FANTASTIC FOUR) comes a tale of such magnitude the Marvel Universe has never seen! Collecting WARRIORS THREE #1-4 - plus a classic saga of the Warriors Three and a monster of greener color from 1968's TALES TO ASTONISH #101 and INCREDIBLE HULK #102 by Stan Lee, Gary Friedrich and Marie Severin. Rated T+

MATURE READERS WARNING. An epidemic of apocalyptic proportions has swept the globe, causing the dead to rise and feed on the living. In a matter of months society has crumbled: There is no government, no grocery stores, no mail delivery, no cable TV. In a world ruled by the dead, we are forced to finally begin living. Collects THE WALKING DEAD #1-6.

A new printing of the LUNA BROTHERS' first acclaimed hit series, ULTRA, with an all-new cover! In Spring City, where superheroes blur the line between law enforcement and celebrity, Pearl Penalosa, AKA Ultra, is a workaholic. She has earned a legion of loyal fans, a great career, and a perfect life. Or so she thinks. A chance encounter with a mysterious fortune-teller opens her world to new possibilities.

(W/A/CA) Ulli Lust A long, dense, sensitive, and minutely observed autobiographical masterpiece recalling the summer of 1984, when the artist, a rebellious, punked-out 17-year-old, hitchhiked her way across Italy. 2011 Angoulême prize winner.

(W) Jason Aaron (A) Esad Ribic & Various (CA) Esad Ribic Thor battles to save Earth, but who can he fight when the planet itself is dying? S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent Roz Solomon has a suggestion: the nefarious energy company Roxxon and its ruthless new CEO, 'the Minotaur!' Has Thor met his match in the form of a multinational super-corporation? Meanwhile, millennia from now, King Thor and his granddaughters, the Warriors of Thunder, face a very different battle to save what remains of the earth - from Galactus! But even if Thor wins, is the Earth still doomed? In the present, Thor makes a final stand against the Minotaur, Ulik the Troll and Roxxon's forces - but not even a god can save everyone. Plus: Young Thor vs. Frost Giants! The untold origin of Malekith! And King Thor's granddaughters discover the startling secret of his Original Sin! Collecting THOR: GOD OF THUNDER #19-25. Rated T+

(W) Xavier Dorison, Alex Alice (A/CA) Alex Alice Disgraced inquisitor Conrad of Marburg has been forced to abandon his erstwhile ward Elisabeth and the young monk, Clement, while he races to Prague with what he believes is the solution to the ultimate enigma of the Third Testament. However, he is captured by the brutal Sayn and must do everything he can to escape! But Elisabeth and Clement have realized the solution Conrad has is wrong; can they catch up with him before all is lost and the incredible knowledge he has uncovered falls to the forces of darkness?

(W) Matt Moylan, Capcom (A) Bengus & Various (CA) Hanzo Steinbach The new era of fighting games begins here, in the official STREET FIGHTER 6 prequel graphic novel! IN THIS VOLUME: American martial arts champion KEN MASTERS travels to the city-state of Nayshall for a new fighting tournament, but he finds much more danger than he bargained for! It's a thrilling adventure featuring art by BENGUS, PANZER, HANZO STEINBACH, and CHISATO MITA! Also included are bonus stories featuring fan-favorite World Warriors like JURI, KIMBERLY, RASHID, LUKE, CAMMY, AKI, and MORE!

(W) Jim Rugg, Brian Maruca (A/CA) Jim Rugg STANDALONE GRAPHIC NOVEL There's a new hero in town. Guess who's petty and insecure.

(W) Brian Smith, Ivan Cohen (A) Ron Lim, J. L. Giles (CA) Ron Lim Spider-Man and Spider-Gwen figure out the meaning of teamwork when the Rhino pulls off a diamond heist! Can they stop his rampage before it's too late? Peter Parker takes to the skies as he tries to find out who is stealing technology from cargo planes! And everyone's favorite web-slinger gets some help from Spider-Girl when the Green Goblin sets his sights on destroying a historic theater, but can they figure out why he even wants the building demolished? Also featuring action-packed stories with Doc Ock, Kraven the Hunter and Venom! Collecting DISNEY PANINI 2016 USM #9-12 and DISNEY PANINI 2017 MSM #1-4. All Ages

(W) Pierre Wazem (A) Aubin An outsider sheriff struggles to find his place in an isolated, snow-covered town populated by a hard people who are set in their ways and don't take too kindly to strangers. It's a place where folks mind their own business, however odd it may be, and do as they please. That is, until the calm, quiet sheriff decides to do his job.

(W) Pierre Wazem (A/CA) Aubin An outsider sheriff struggles to find his place in an isolated, snow-covered town populated by a hard people who are set in their ways and don't take too kindly to strangers. It's a place where folks mind their own business - however odd it may be - and do as they please. That is, until the calm, quiet sheriff decides to do his job.

(W) Nakaba Suzuki, Mamoru Iwasa (A/CA) You Kokikuj Ban is a young, opportunistic thief, drawn to The Fairy King's Forest by the rumor that it holds the most splendid, invaluable treasure of all: The Fountain of Youth. But when he meets the guardian Saint of the Fountain, a young Fairy named Elaine, he finds the treasure he most desires may not be the one he originally came to seek. The fateful meeting behind the epic romance of Elaine, the Fairy King's sister, and Ban of The Seven Deadly Sins!

(W) Nakaba Suzuki, Mamoru Iwasa (A/CA) You Kokikuj A new, two-volume adventure in the world of the hit manga The Seven Deadly Sins! Ban is a young, opportunistic thief, drawn to The Fairy King's Forest by the rumor that it holds the most splendid, invaluable treasure of all: The Fountain of Youth. But when he meets the guardian Saint of the Fountain, a young Fairy named Elaine, he finds the treasure he most desires may not be the one he originally came to seek. The fateful meeting behind the epic romance of Elaine, the Fairy King's sister, and Ban of The Seven Deadly Sins!

(W/A) Yuto Suzuki When X's forces attack the JCC, all hell breaks loose! While Satoda Sensei faces off with Kanaguri to protect the students, Sakamoto and Shin rush to secure Amane's grandfather. But the whole situation gets even more hairy when Club Jam hypnotizes the entire school!

(W/A) Yuto Suzuki As Sakamoto and his friends hunt for the database at the JCC, Shin winds up in a serious duel with a teacher who might have information on what they want. Meanwhile, Sakamoto deals with Amane, a boy with a connection to X. Thanks to X's schemes, the JCC faces an unprecedented crisis!

(W/A) Yuto Suzuki As Sakamoto and his friends hunt for the database at the JCC, Shin winds up in a serious duel with a teacher who might have information on what they want. Meanwhile, Sakamoto deals with Amane, a boy with a connection to X. Thanks to X's schemes, the JCC faces an unprecedented crisis!

(W/A) Yuto Suzuki Sakamoto comes running to Shin's aid and clashes violently with Shinaya, who's being controlled by Gaku! Our heroes are striving to get information on X, who continues to operate in the shadows, but nothing has gone as planned during the JCC transfer test. How will it all end?!

(W/A) Yuto Suzuki Sakamoto and X finally face off! Although Sakamoto has vowed not to kill, X shakes him up by threatening his family. How will Sakamoto fare when confronted with an enemy who has a bloodthirsty grudge against the JAA?! For older teen audiences.

The chaotic world of postwar Japan... A handful of young men and women shine brightly as they struggle to pursue their dreams. When Keith's reason for fighting is ripped away by the American Major, Gabriel, will he be able to find the will to keep going? Has Primavera met its end, or can Keith and Alan pull off one more mission?

(W) Ryukishi07 (A) Nana Natsunishi 1949, Post-war Tokyo. As the Japanese become more and more of a minority in their own homeland, they continue to hold hope for their future in Primavera. Alan has returned to Japan to find Tokyo very different from the one he remembers. While maintaining high spirits and looking for loved ones, he struggles to find a reason to keep fighting without being bitter about his past. Will Primavera hold the answer for both Alan and the Japanese people?

(W) Ryukishi07 (A/CA) Soichiro The battle between Club Primavera and the Caleb family - with the pride of the Japanese people at stake - finally barrels toward a conclusion. Which group will win the right to rule during the coming era?

(W) Ryukishi07 (A/CA) Soichiro With Alfred out of the picture, a new force emerges into the power vacuum - and Leo's new 'friend,' ex-serviceman Caleb, is at the center. Though the Caleb family's motives seem well-intentioned - providing welfare for repatriated Japanese soldiers - its 'donation' practices include shaking down the whole town for exorbitant fees! And when this new threat arrives at Club Primavera's doorstep, a whole new conflict begins.

(W) Ryukishi07 (A/CA) Soichiro Having been thwarted by the Rose, Leo, and the Primavera gang in his attempt to gain control over District Twenty-Three, the mafia boss Alfred lies low, and a time of newfound peace follows. But when Alfred recuperates from their last showdown, his dirty tactics threaten to turn the whole district into a battlefield!

(W) Ryukishi07 (A/CA) Soichiro From the New York Times-bestselling mastermind behind Higurashi: When They Cry comes a thrilling historical tale full of romance and political intrigue. After suffering unprecedented disasters in World War II, Japan accepts the American and Allied Forces' terms of unconditional surrender. Now the citizens of a ruined nation, the people of Japan come together amid an influx of influences and immigrants and - cunningly, carefully - survive. This is the unrecognizable Japan to which the sharpshooting, sweet-talking womanizer Leo Shishigami returns three years after the war. Against this backdrop, in the spring of 1947, everything is set into motion when Leo meets Rose Haibara, the Madam of Club Primavera.

(W/A/CA) Asaf Hanuka New York Times bestselling cartoonist Asaf Hanuka presents a beautifully drawn and poignantly written exploration of navigating a politically divisive world. Hanuka's rich storytelling blends humor and pathos to deliver a nuanced and moving portrait of self, family, and society.

(W/A) Minami Mizuno The gang sets out for their senior trip to Osaka and Kyoto! With Mocchi from the basketball team planning to ask Anna out during the trip, Natsuki decides to reveal his feelings for her too, but can he find the right moment? A white-hot battle of hearts over Anna ensues!

(W/A) Minami Mizuno Nozomi may have been rejected (apparently) by Keiichi, but her feelings are stronger than ever. Newly determined to win his heart, she enters Seiryo High. Meanwhile, her older brother, Mattsun, has his own high school love troubles! As Natchan and the gang start their third year, they reminisce about how they all became friends...

(W/A) Minami Mizuno Ever since Natsuki kissed Anna and collapsed with a fever on their date, she's been anxious to find out what was on his mind. When she finally hears from him, she's shocked to learn that he can't remember a thing!

(W/A) Minami Mizuno The overnight trip to the amusement park has brought Tomoya and Mari closer together. Tomoya is hoping to take the next step with Mari as the school sports tournament heats up, but when she catches him in a compromising situation, things start to go sideways. Meanwhile, Natsuki prepares for a Christmas Eve date with Anna...!

(W/A) Minami Mizuno Relationships progress as everyone sets off on an overnight trip to an amusement park. Natsuki and Anna find themselves alone together in a rising Ferris wheel cabin?!

(W/A/CA) Minami Mizuno Is love in the air for Keiichi at last? A beautiful school nurse has captured Keiichi's heart. But his older brother-a teacher at Keiichi's school-is fiercely against the match! For teen audiences.

(W/A) Minami Mizuno Tsuyoshi is busy trying to finish drawing his manga before a big summer convention, so Natsuki, Mattsun, and Keiichi go to his house for the night to help. Can he make the deadline, or will his three friends cause even more chaos for him?! For older teen audiences.

(W/A) Minami Mizuno Natsuki, Tomoya, and Tsuyoshi make progress in their respective romances. A girl confesses her feelings to the recently dumped Keiichi, but is she prepared for his role-playing proclivities? For older teen audiences.

(W) Ed Brisson (A) Kev Walker (CA) TBD The iconic cinematic hunter from out space makes its Marvel Comics debut Hunt. Kill. Repeat. In the near future, a young girl sees her family slaughtered by the deadliest and most feared hunter in the universe: a Predator. Years later, though her ship is barely holding together and food is running short, Theta won't stop stalking the spaceways until the Yautja monster who killed her family is dead?or she is. And when she crash-lands on a tundra planet, her odds of surviving are looking slim! Her only hope is to trek through the wilds to the nearest outpost. But the cold isn't the only thing she has to worry about?as a Predator watches in the shadow, ready to strike! Ed Brisson (IRON FIST, GHOST RIDER) and Kev Walker (DR. STRANGE, DOCTOR APHRA) forge a violent, heartbreaking and unforgettable new chapter in the PREDATOR saga not to be missed! COLLECTING: Predator (2022) 1-6 Parental Advisory

(W) Makoto Shinkai In the Soviet-occupied Japan of an alternate history, two childhood friends who have grown apart find each other again and begin a search for a missing third friend-and possibly save the world in the process. Acclaimed director Makoto Shinkai pens his own novelization of his first feature-length animated film! For readers ages 13 and up.

(W) Jim Woodring Jim Woodring has been chronicling the adventures of his cartoon Everyman for almost 30 years. These stories are a singular rarity in the comics form - both bone-chillingly physical in their depictions of Frank's travails but profoundly metaphysical at the same time. Not since George Herriman's Krazy Kat has the comics language been so exquisitely distilled into pure, revelatory aesthetic expression.

The Armageddon is over and The Devil has won. In this latest collection of stories culled from the hit Shadowline Web comic series, learn how the previous NIGHTMARE WORLD tales of Irish fairy-folk, vengeful zombie killers, alien ultra-heroes, Cthulhu and more combine with these 13 new tales of terror to reveal Lucifer's sinister plan to control Creation, revealing the haunted underbelly of a monstrous world all too similar to our own in the chilling tradition of 'Tales from the Crypt' and 'The Twilight Zone.' Includes an introduction by GARY (Deadworld) REED, re-mastered art, a bonus prose story and more!